Little and bigger feet get ready, because this article is all about barefoot paths. An incredible sensorial activity that gets you close to nature.
They're good for your health and great for funny, adorable and cute photos of, well, feet. So get your feet dirty, reconnect with your wild side, and have fun!
A quick language guide:
In English - Barefoot path or trail
In Luxembourgish - Buerfusswe
In French - Sentier or Parcour a Pieds Nus
In German - Barfusspfad
In Dutch - BloteVoetenPark
Ready? Let's go!
Luxembourg
© Medernach Kengert
Barefoot path Trail - Sentier ''Pieds nus" Medernach Kengert
A great family friendly barefoot path, including a motricity park and the possibility to have a nice meal at the end at the Camping restaurant Kengert. All the information you need about this path is here.
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Barefoot Trail ''Buerfousswee", Dudelange
One of my family's absolute favourite barefoot paths is the one in Dudelange. Located in park Le'h, it has 19 stations, which I believe makes it the biggest in the country.
It is super fun and my children absolutely love it. We had so much fun the first time we were there taking a lot of photos and enjoying the sensation.
There are also other nice things to do in the area, like nice playgrounds, Park Le'h adventure park and a nice restaurant.
For more information look here.
Parcours Pied Nus at 5 Senses Park Sennesraich
If you have not yet visited Park Sennesraich, please put it on your bucket list.
It is a wonderful sensorial experience for families and in the beautiful garden you can also find a barefoot path.
All information is here.
Germany - Rheinland-Pfalz
There are plenty of options close to Luxembourg. For a general overview check this out (PDF).
Bad Sobernheim River Nahe "Barefoot Trail"
A 3,5 km loop trail with sensation stations, mud basin, ford through the river, suspension bridge.
Entrance fee: adults. 2.50 €, children 1.50 €. Information: Tourist Office, +49 - 6751 - 81 241
Season starts on 1 May, more info here, here and here.
© Hillesheim Vulkaneifel
Hillesheim Vulkaneifel "Barefoot Trail"
A 1,5 km trail with different soil materials.
Free entrance. Information: Tourism Society, +49- 6593/809200
Germany - Saarland
Freisen-Oberkirchen "Barefoot Trail"
A 1,6 km loop trail through forest and meadows with different soil materials and wading through the brook.
Free entrance. Information: Municipal Administration Freisen : +49 - 6855 - 9755 28
From May to October.
© Losheim-Waldhölzbach "Barefoot Trail"
Losheim-Waldhölzbach "Barefoot Trail"
A 1,7 km trail over grass, wooden base, different soil materials and through a brook.
Information: Tourist Office : +49 - 6872 - 1616
France
Chateau Sainte Sixte
A nice castle to visit that organises many thematic events, like Halloween outdoors, night guided tours of the castle and more.
It has also a small barefoot path in the gardens which is absolutely great, especially for very small children. It's very safe and fun.
More info here.
Sentier pieds nus du Lac Blanc
Maybe not the closest but the whole area is worth exploring and it is ideal for a few days holiday with family. More info here.
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La Ferme Aventure
This path is actually the first one in France which is barefoot. It is located at La Ferme Aventure in the Vosges a popular holiday destination for families.
You can combine it with staying in tree houses, exploring the labyrinth, spending time with the animals on the farm and more.
More info here, or for information about barefoot paths in Alsace go here.
Vit Tel Ta Nature
A barefoot path trail can also be found in Vittel, within the nature accommodation area. Go here for info.
Belgium
© Ferme de la Planche
Ferme de la Planche, Gouvy
As well as a barefoot trail, there's a playground, café, and zero-waste picnic areas. Normally opens in May, dogs not allowed.
Prehistomuseum, near Liege
A wonderful interactive museum for families, with playground, activities, exhibits, a restaurant and, of course, a barefoot path. More info here.
Netherlands
© Blote Voeten Park
Brunssum, Limburg
This one is open in all weather conditions. As you can see, the map is handily in the shape of a foot! More info here.